Google+ So Far: Early Impressions

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I began test-driving Google+ a little over a week ago.  Thus far, I love it.  It is still too early to tell if Google+ will replace Facebook for me.  If I had to guess, I’d say no.  It won’t replace Facebook entirely.  I may simply prefer Google+ to Facebook.

My experience so far has been this:  I love the simple interface and layout of Google+.  Personally I find it more intuitive than Facebook.  I also like that I appear to have more control over Google+.  I’m not sure if that is the case.  I do know that I love that the people I’ve come across on Google+ thus far seem more interested in actually interacting in meaningful ways.  There appears to be much less whining.

I also love the fact that Google+ is game free so far.  I know that it is inevitable that games will debut sooner rather than later.  I just hope that it is easier to block invitations to games, etc. than on Facebook.

I love being an early adopter on websites!  I enjoy watching new features develop and content grow.  Below is a list of tutorials and information on Google+.

Using Google+ Circles

The Google+ Cheat Sheet

Everything You Need To Know About Google+

The One Google+ Feature Facebook Should Fear

Google+ Takes Aim At Facebook

Google+:  8 Quick Tips And Tricks

19 Essential Google+ Resources

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A New Direction for Myspace – Too Little, Too Late?

On MySpace’s New Strategy

This is an old article that I put on the back burner some time ago, but I’ve thought about the issue once again.  As far as I’m concerned, there is no substitute or even a serious competitor to Facebook.

In a way, it is frustrating.  It would be nice to have a social network that actually respected privacy rights and encouraged creativity instead of encouraging what I like to call “group think.”

Ultimately, I believe that it remains to be seen whether Facebook encourages creativity, herd thinking, and/or both.  In many ways it seems to be a moot point.  I don’t see MySpace ever reclaiming its former glory.  Without a serious competitor, Facebook can continue to do as it pleases.  It doesn’t mean that we have to buy.

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Clearing the Deck: Blog Overload

 

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Every so-often my browser gets so bogged down with blogs I plan to share here that I just need to share them all at once.  There are lots of great links below!

Truthfully Speaking: Whatcha Waiting For?

I could have and should have written this post!  I am a horrible procrastinator, getting caught up in planning.  By the way, I love “No Doubt” and Gwen Stefani.  I could NOT not share this with you.  Pamela Fagan Hutchens wrote this particular post.  As a result, I checked out her blog.  Great stuff!  See below.

Road to Joy

There is so much to check out on Pamela Hutchens’ blog it is unreal.  I have to admit that I’d never have come across it if it weren’t for Tomica’s Truthfully Speaking.  Speaking of Truthfully Speaking, I’m hoping that the time management workshop is continued at some point.  No word yet.

Christina Katz ~ Empowering Writers — Produce Yourself, Partner Wisely & Prosper in the Gig Economy

Another huge resource for writers.  Christina Katz includes training, classes, inspiration, and so much more for aspiring writers.  It will take a while to digest it all.  Her classes, especially those concerning personal essays, sound intriguing.

self improvement tips |conquer your mind

If you are looking for a kick in the butt, look no further.  There are lots of inspirational essays to choose from.  Sometimes you just need to take a break from the norm.